Frank Carlson Library

The Story of a Plush Bear is a children's book written by Laura Lee Hope, and first published in 1920. The book follows the adventures of Teddy, a stuffed bear, as he is given as a gift to a young girl named Margie on her birthday. Margie loves Teddy and takes him everywhere she goes, but soon realizes that he is missing a nose. She becomes very upset and Teddy is taken to the doll hospital to be repaired. Along the way, Teddy meets other stuffed...

Welcome to the amazing world of Armadillo Photos and Facts for Everyone! The animal facts in nature book to be amazed by Armadillo. You will find Armadillo in nature with pictures to include the many Armadillo species, size, breeding, eating habits, and interesting facts. Armadillo Photos and Facts for Everyone is Book 76 of the Learn with Facts Series. This book is around a clear concept: The amazing life of Armadillo with facts and color photos. Be...

Welcome to the amazing world of Reindeer Photos and Facts for Everyone! The animal facts in nature book to be amazed by Reindeer. You will find Reindeer in nature with pictures to include the many Reindeer species, size, breeding, eating habits, and interesting facts. Reindeer Photos and Facts for Everyone is Book 93 of the Learn with Facts Series. This book is around a clear concept: The amazing life of Reindeer with facts and color photos. Be...

First published in 1842, this vintage book contains part two of Charles Darwin's "The Zoology of The Voyage of H.M.S. Beagle", a fascinating and detailed account of the research he did whilst aboard the HMS Beagle between 1832 and 1836-work that played a key role in the conception of his scientific theories on evolution and natural selection. This part concentrates on the various mammals that he encountered and studied around the world. Contents include:...

"If the animals knew about this book they would, without doubt, confer on Wayne Pacelle, their highest honor." -Jane Goodall "The Bond is the best overall book on animals I have ever read. Brilliant and moving." -John Mackey, CEO and Co-founder of Whole Foods Market "The Bond is at once heart-breaking and heart-warming. No animal escapes Wayne Pacelle's attention; nor should his book escape any human animal's attention." -Alexandra Horowitz,...

Some animals look so alike, it's difficult to tell which is which! The Alpaca or Llama book in the Which Is Which? series helps readers discover the similarities and differences between alpacas and llamas. Focused on 21st Century content, the Which Is Which? series encourages readers to ask questions, think more critically and creatively, and use their problem-solving skills. Book includes table of contents, sidebars, glossary, index, and author biography....

This book introduces early readers to the platypus, a brown, furry animal with a large bill. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading! Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces badgers to young readers through leveled text and related photos"--Provided by publisher.

This book introduces early readers to the pangolin, an animal covered in scales. Simple text and vibrant images help engage children and grow a love of reading! Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

Elephants are the largest land animals and a favorite at the zoo. They're so loved it's hard to imagine the gentle creatures can be very dangerous at times. In fact, they're responsible for killing over a hundred people each year in India. This riveting book explains why such tragedies occur. As readers learn the answer, they'll discover more about elephant trunks, tusks, behaviors, and habitats and how some of these put the mammal at risk. Beautiful...